Antenatal Class for Dads and Partners
Our half-day Active Birth Workshop is designed to empower and support both you and your partner as you navigate the incredible journey of childbirth. More than just a class, it’s an immersive, interactive session crafted to equip you with knowledge, skills, and confidence for the big day.
What You’ll Learn:
- Understanding the Birth Process: Dive deep into the physiological stages of labor, demystified in practical, easy-to-understand terms. From early signs to the moment you meet your little one, we’ll guide you through every step.
- Hospital Navigation: Know what to expect when it’s time to head to the hospital, including crucial cues for when labor begins and how to manage special situations with grace and resilience.
- The Birth Partner’s Role: Discover the invaluable role your birth partner plays in supporting you during labor. Learn practical dos and don’ts to provide the best possible support throughout the birthing journey.
- Labor Positions and Breathing Techniques: Explore a variety of labor positions and breathing techniques proven to enhance comfort and facilitate the birthing process. Practice makes perfect, and you’ll have ample opportunity to try them out.
- Massage and Acupressure: Delve into the therapeutic benefits of massage and acupressure during labor. Learn techniques to alleviate pain and promote relaxation, enhancing your birthing experience.
- First Moments with Your Baby: Gain insights into those precious first moments and hours with your newborn. Learn what to expect and how to initiate feeding for a positive start to your breastfeeding journey.
- Early Postnatal Period: Prepare for the early postnatal period, the first six weeks after birth. Understand the physical and emotional changes you may experience and how to navigate them with confidence.
- Introduction to Hypnobirthing: Learn how it works and how to do it. Practice some basic mindfulness techniques you can use during the birth, whether a natural birth or a C-section.
What We Don’t Cover:
While we focus on preparing you for childbirth, we don’t delve into baby care in this workshop. Rest assured, your hospital or homebirth midwife will provide comprehensive guidance in this area. However, we’re here to connect you with resources for additional support, including public clinics, community organisations, and private postnatal doulas/midwives in your local area.
Why Choose Our Workshop:
Our workshop is taught by a professional active birth antenatal teacher and a practicing midwife. You get all the tools you need to navigate the birthing landscape in different environments, be it in a busy hospital or at home, with ease and confidence. Your birthing partner (this can be your partner, sister, mother, friend, whoever will be with you during labour), will be trained in how to best support you to ease the journey and contribute to the best outcome for mother and baby. A study published in the Cochrane Review in 2013 shows that interactive birth preparation classes significantly increase the likelihood of couples using the tools and techniques learned during childbirth. Couples who actively engage in learning and practicing are better prepared and more confident when the big day arrives.
Join us on this empowering journey toward a positive birth experience. Reserve your spot today and take the first step toward a confident, informed, and supported childbirth. Let’s embark on this journey together.
Note: Due to the interactive nature of our workshop, spaces are limited to ensure a personalized experience for each participant. Book early to secure your place.
Upcoming workshops: Sun 23rd February Book Now >>>
Time: 9:30am – 12:30pm
Cost: €165 partner attends free of charge. (up to €100 can be covered by your health insurance, check your policy). Pay €50 deposit now and the balance will be due on the day of the workshop.
Study reference: (Reference: Hodnett ED, Gates S, Hofmeyr GJ, Sakala C. Continuous support for women during childbirth. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews 2013, Issue 7. Art. No.: CD003766. DOI: 10.1002/14651858.CD003766.pub5)
